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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Environmental Engineering Trainee in Pennsylvania
Environmental Engineering Trainee
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Environmental Engineering Trainee
Salary
$64,861.00 - $77,321.00 Annually
Location
Allegheny County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-96022-14510
Department
Department of Environmental Protection
Division
EP SWRO Clean Wtr
Opening Date
10/17/2024
Closing Date
10/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
14510
Position Number
00289573
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
B4
Pay Group
ST06
Bureau / Division Code
00354560
Bureau / Division
Southwest Regional Office, Clean Water
Worksite Address
400 Waterfront Drive
City
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
15222
Contact Name
OA, CE DEP
Contact Email
RA-DEPJobs@pa.gov
Description
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THE POSITION
The Department of Environmental Protection is on the lookout for passionate individuals committed to safeguarding the health and well-being of both the citizens and the environment of Pennsylvania. If you aspire to advance your career within the Commonwealth as an Environmental Engineering Trainee, we encourage you to submit your application today and join our dedicated team in making a positive impact!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Environmental Engineering Trainee (EET) role serves as an introductory professional position within an environmental regulatory framework. In this capacity, the EET is tasked with providing technical assistance under the supervision of experienced personnel, particularly in the preparation and issuance of National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits. This includes engaging in negotiations related to Orders and Consent Orders for industrial cases where discharges fail to meet established Water Quality Criteria or Technology limitations, such as Best Available Technology (BAT), Best Conventional Technology (BCT), and Best Professional Technology (BPT). If the position is designated as an Environmental Engineer Trainee, the individual will undergo a comprehensive one-year training program that combines formal education with practical experience to develop the skills necessary for a career as an Environmental Engineer Specialist.
In addition to these responsibilities, the EET will evaluate various project proposals submitted to the Bureau, crafting written responses that outline current or anticipated departmental actions and the permitting requirements associated with the proposed initiatives. The trainee will also assess preliminary applications for industrial wastewater discharges, determining discharge limitations that align with state water quality standards and regional planning objectives. The review process for NPDES permit applications encompasses both new and existing wastewater discharges, ensuring adherence to water quality management goals, standards, and federal regulations, including technology limitations established through Best Professional Judgment. This role necessitates the regular use of a personal computer to operate water quality models, further enhancing the trainee's technical expertise in environmental engineering.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00289573) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days a week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Pittsburgh.
This position requires travel for site visits.
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $64,861 (before taxes).
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year of experience in environmental engineering, and possession of a valid Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
A bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, or in any engineering field that includes or is supplemented by 9 credits in environmental engineering.
Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.
Condition of Employment:
This position requires possession of a valid Non-commercial Class C Driver’s License.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/testonce for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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Condition of Employment- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
Yes
No
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If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.
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Have you successfully completed, or are you within three months of completing, a conferred bachelor's degree or higher in environmental engineering, or any engineering field that includes 9 credits in environmental engineering?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
Yes
No
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If you are within three months of completing a conferred bachelor's degree or higher in environmental engineering, or any engineering field that includes 9 credits in environmental engineering, on what date do you expect to graduate? If this does not apply to you, please type N/A in the text box.
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Do you possess a valid Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists?
Yes
No
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If you answered yes, please provide the issuing state and certificate number. If you answered no, type N/A in the textbox below.
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Do you possess one year of full-time experience in environmental engineering?
Yes
No
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.]
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CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – REVIEW PERMIT APPLICATIONS AND DOCUMENTS
Reviews permit applications and other authorizations associated with industrial wastewater discharges into waters of the Commonwealth. Performs mathematical and engineering calculations associated with potential and actual water pollution to verify data is accurate. Reviews treatment system design plans to assure completeness, adequacy of design, accuracy of calculations, mechanics of operation, and compliance with state and federal requirements. Identifies technical deficiencies and recommends additional measures where applicable.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience preparing or reviewing technical environmental engineering documents to identify technical deficiencies or for completeness and accuracy.
B. I have experience preparing or reviewing technical engineering documents to identify technical deficiencies or for completeness and accuracy in any other engineering discipline.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to environmental engineering or engineering economics.
D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
Your experience preparing and/or reviewing technical engineering documents
The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – CONDUCT INSPECTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE
Conduct facility and project inspections to determine compliance with engineering design plans and specifications, permit requirements, and applicable rules, regulations, and statutes.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience conducting facility or project inspections to determine compliance with the requirements of a permit.
B. I have experience conducting facility or project inspections to determine compliance with engineering design plans, specifications, or regulations. I did not determine compliance with the requirements of a permit.
C. I have experience reviewing engineering design plans and specifications for facilities or construction projects. I do not have experience determining compliance.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to engineering design, computer aided design (CAD), or compliance.
E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience conducting facility or project inspections to determine compliance
Your experience reviewing engineering design plans and specifications for facilities or construction projects
The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Provide technical assistance to applicants, consultants, staff, and the public regarding environmental rules and regulations, and the policies and application requirements for the Department of Environmental Protection's Clean Water Program and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience providing technical assistance to internal AND external parties regarding environmental rules and regulations.
B. I have experience providing technical assistance to internal OR external parties regarding environmental rules and regulations.
C. I have experience providing technical assistance NOT related to environmental rules and regulations.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public speaking or communication.
E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
Your experience providing technical assistance
The topic of the information provided and to whom
The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Corresponds in writing with other staff, the regulated community, and the public on matters related to environmental assessments, public notices, environmental compliance requirements, and construction plans/specifications for wastewater collection, conveyance, and treatment projects.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience writing technical documents/letters. I had the final responsibility for the completed product.
B. I have experience drafting technical document/letters. Someone else had the final responsibility for the completed product.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to technical writing, business writing, English composition, or journalism.
D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
Your experience writing/drafting technical documents/letters
The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov